Jain History Timeline

Here is a brief timeline of Jain history:

3rd millennium BCE: The Indus Valley Civilization, which is thought to be the birthplace of Jainism, flourishes.
9th century BCE: Rishabhanatha, the first Jain Tirthankara (spiritual leader), is born.
8th century BCE: Parshvanatha, the 23rd Jain Tirthankara, is born.
6th century BCE: Mahavira, the 24th and last Jain Tirthankara, is born.
5th century BCE: Mahavira dies, and Jainism begins to spread throughout India.
4th century BCE: The Jain canon is compiled.
3rd century BCE: The Maurya Empire, under the rule of Ashoka the Great, supports Jainism.
1st century CE: Jainism spreads to South India.
2nd century CE: The Kushan Empire, under the rule of Kanishka, supports Jainism.
4th century CE: The Gupta Empire, under the rule of Samudragupta and Chandragupta II, supports Jainism.
7th century CE: Jainism spreads to Southeast Asia.
11th century CE: The Jain monk Hemachandra writes influential works on Jain philosophy and logic.
13th century CE: The Muslim conquest of India begins to decline Jainism's influence.
16th century CE: The Mughal Empire, under the rule of Akbar, tolerates Jainism.
18th century CE: The British conquest of India begins to erode Jainism's traditional way of life.
19th century CE: Jain reformers such as Virchand Gandhi and Bechardasji Maharaj work to revitalize Jainism.
20th century CE: Jainism continues to be a vibrant and influential religion in India and around the world.

Jainism has played an important role in Indian culture and history. Jain merchants and bankers played a key role in the development of Indian trade and commerce. Jain scholars have made significant contributions to Indian philosophy, logic, and mathematics. Jain artists have created beautiful temples and other works of art.

Jainism is a religion of peace and compassion. Jains believe in non-violence, vegetarianism, and simplicity. Jains also believe in the importance of individual responsibility and spiritual liberation.

Jainism is a minority religion in India, but it has a significant following among the Indian diaspora. There are also Jain communities in Europe, North America, and other parts of the world.

Jainism is a fascinating and important religion with a rich history and culture. If you are interested in learning more about Jainism, I encourage you to visit a Jain temple or to read about Jainism online or in libraries.